"Cemeteries are interesting. They`re worth visiting and they`re worth studying. If we take the time to listen to what the stories might tell us, we have a lot to learn." - Richard Veit   Walking through Lapeyrouse cemetery in the middle of the day with the hot...

The life of recently departed Rapso pioneer Brother Resistance is a reminder of the important contribution that (often invisible) grassroots thinkers make to the intangible cultural landscape of T & T. He was a tireless cultural worker and a firm believer in the diverse cultural artforms of Trinidad and Tobago. As a Rastafarian, he was part of a vibrant movement that advocated for alternative development paradigms, a deeper appreciation for our local culture, a deeper understanding of our history and better environmental awareness.

Rewind 500 or 1000 years before the present time and learn about the cohoba tree seeds which were made into a powder and used in what was called the “cohoba ceremony” and linked to detailed wooden sculptures uncovered by archaeologists.

On April 15th we are celebrating World Art Day! This global event was started by UNESCO to help reinforce the links between artistic creations and society, encourage greater awareness of the diversity of artistic expressions and highlight the contribution of artists to sustainable development (Unesco.org).

On April 15th we are celebrating World Art Day! This global event was started by UNESCO to help reinforce the links between artistic creations and society, encourage greater awareness of the diversity of artistic expressions and highlight the contribution of artists to sustainable development (Unesco.org).

The Sacred Heart RC Church is one of Trinidad’s beautiful religious buildings located in downtown Port of Spain near to the Red House, Old Fire Station, Holy Trinity Cathedral and Woodford Square.

Author: Catherine Serrant, Research Assistant, National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago.   “Culture, History and Environment of the northeast coast”[1]   Trinidad’s most north-easterly villages are known for their beauty and greenery. The National Trust wants...

National Trust Staff and Fire Service Officer at the L’eau Michel Mud Volcano (2020) Have you visited the L’eau Michel Mud Volcano and felt the sensation of floating in that pool of mud and wondered, what is a mud volcano exactly? Or perhaps you have seen photos and...

This blog is a brief look at deeya making and other Divali traditions in Trinidad and Tobago.